2007 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |